First things first! Turn on your notifications so that you get updates on the progress of your task 💌
1. HAS THE TIMER STARTED?
Find your first task in the To-Do section and open it. Has the countdown already begun?
Yes. If it has, that means the product is digital (like an app, service, or course), and the 5-day deadline is on, so get ready to prep and shoot! 😎
No. If not, that means the product's on its way to you. Just chill and wait for it to arrive. Use this time smartly to start getting ready.
2. WHAT'S THE PROCESS?
Based on the product type, let's explore the next steps:
3. ANY CREATIVE TIPS?
VISUAL QUALITY.
Embrace daylight & opt for your phone's rear camera. Your front camera isn't as forgiving when lighting isn't perfect—it can make your video look grainy in a flash. The rear camera, on the other hand, is much more forgiving, effortlessly offering better quality.
AUDIO QUALITY.
Look around—avoid clutter and motion like spinning fans. For audio, keep away from noisy appliances. Before sharing your masterpiece, you can also always tidy up the audio with handy editing software like Audo Studio.
EDITING.
Keep it simple! Use basic jump cuts between your clips. Avoid adding captions, stickers, background music, etc. Billo will handle any additional edits if the brand requests them. 🎥🎞️🚫
4. GOT QUESTIONS?
If you have questions about the scenario or the product, easy – just contact the brand! Whether you're unsure about the scenario, location, product usage, or anything else, just use the chat feature to get clarification. They're here to help! 🗨️🤔 Learn more about direct chat here.
5. HOW TO AVOID EDIT REQUESTS?
As the saying goes, "Smart people learn from their own mistakes, but wise people learn from the mistakes of others." Let's take a look at what you should avoid when working on your first task:
Mistake #1: Not Checking Required Aspect Ratio Before Filming
Make sure your video matches the required aspect ratio before filming. Fill the entire canvas with your content; black borders won't do.
❗️To avoid heavy cropping, film your video while holding your phone horizontally for 16x9, vertically for 9x16 and 4x5. For 1x1 (a square), either orientation can work. Keep it balanced! 📹🔲
Mistake #2: Overlooking Instructions Given in the Brief
Pay close attention to the "Scenes," "Mentions," and "Additional Details" provided in the brief. They're there for a reason – as your guide. If the brand has given a detailed description, make sure you follow it diligently! For more tips on brief reading, check out this article 👈👀
Mistake #3: Overcomplicating the Editing of Your Videos
Keep it simple! Don't add text captions, stickers, background music, or filters. Tell your story through the video itself and a voiceover. 📢🎥🧼
Mistake #4: Skipping Communication with the Brand
Don't guess, just ask! If the brief is unclear or you face any issues, talk to the brand. Use the direct chat to clear up any questions, suggest changes, or get help with anything related to the task. 🗣️📩 Learn more about direct chat here.
Mistake #5: Background Noise 🙉
Even with perfect visuals, background noise can spoil the show. Film in a quiet place away from noisy appliances. Always listen to your videos with earphones before uploading. For audio cleanup, try this free tool: AudoStudio. 🎧🔊
Of course, making these mistakes isn't the end of the world! But, it may lead to edit requests from our Quality Team or the brand. And let's be honest, nobody enjoys edit requests, right? 😅🚫
6. THE VIDEO IS READY TO BE UPLOADED?
Upload your video to the corresponding task. Once uploaded, its status will change to 'Requires approval.' Brands have 3 business days to review the content. They can either approve it or request edits. If no action is taken, the video will be auto-approved after 3 business days. If editing services were ordered, our team prioritizes those before making the video available for client review. As a result, auto-approval may occur later.
🚨IMPORTANT: Please don’t post videos on your social media or send them directly to the brand. In order to receive the payout you have to upload videos only on the Billo Creator's app.
7. WHAT’S NEXT?
Keep going! 🏃♀️🏃🏃♂️💨
Approved videos become your video examples for the brands to review while choosing creators. So with each video, you get a chance to show off something new, fun, and exciting! Keep applying and keep those new examples coming!
Enjoy your day! The thrilling journey is about to kick off & it's time to hop into the app and check out the task brief, shall we? 😃📱
FAQ:
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